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Safer Gambling Week Prompts Huge Rise in Use of Safer Gambling Tools

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June 7, 2024

Safer Gambling Week Prompts Huge Rise in Use of Safer Gambling Tools

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The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC) has announced that a record-breaking number of bettors are now using the safer gambling tools available to them. The BGC attributed the increase to the success of the Safer Gambling Week initiative.

Analysis of last year’s hugely successful campaign revealed the number of deposit limits set during SG Week increased by a massive 18% compared to the same month in 2022.

Meanwhile, 54% of players setting deposit limits, did so for the first time.

And the number of players actively setting a reality check during SGW rose by over 300% for the second year in a row.

The use of maximum stake limits also increased by over 300% during SG Week 2023.

Deposit limits were set by 83,242 unique account holders – an increase of 12.5% on the year previous.

Safer Gambling Week 2023 also smashed previous social media records, generating over 50 million impressions across Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Data released following last year’s successful campaign – which ran from November 13 to 19 – revealed a huge 70% increase on 2022, when Safer Gambling Week messaging was displayed on major social media sites nearly 30 million times.

Safer Gambling Week is an annual cross-sector initiative bringing together the UK and Irish regulated betting and gaming industry – including bookmakers, amusement arcades, bingo clubs, casinos and online gaming operators – with charities and stakeholders to encourage safe and responsible play.

The initiative was backed by a large number of cross-party senior MPs and peers – including gambling minister Stuart Andrew and several shadow ministers including the Shadow Gambling Minister Stephanie Peacock – who gave vocal support to the ground-breaking campaign.

This event also had the full support of the independent regulator, the Gambling Commission, and its Chief Executive Andrew Rhodes.

Safer Gambling Week 2024 will take place from 18-24 November 2024.

BGC CEO and Acting Chair Michael Dugher said: “These new figures show Safer Gambling Week continues to be a powerful advert for increasing use of safer gambling tools in the regulated industry.

“Millions of customers now use safer gambling tools including deposit limits and time outs. This is a pillar of the regulated industry and is in marked contrast to the unsafe, unregulated and growing online gambling black market, which provides no safer gambling support, contributes zero tax and does not support sport.

“Our members promote these tools all year round, but a single dedicated week, bringing together the whole sector alongside huge support from cross-party MPs, from the Government and the independent regulator the Gambling Commission, really turbocharges that work – and these figures show it makes a real difference.

“The record numbers for both impressions and use of safer gambling tools show the industry has never been more committed to ensuring the many millions who enjoy a regular flutter continue to do so in a safe and responsible environment.”

The initiative, which ran for its seventh year, also received half a million visits to the Safer Gambling Week website which signposts help and advice for those who may be struggling as well as offering advice on safer gambling tools like deposit limits and time outs.

Among the well-known football clubs to support Safer Gambling Week 2023 were Premier League sides West Ham United and Brighton as well as EFL sides Southampton, Middlesborough and Blackpool. With the latter displaying the Safer Gambling Week logo on their shirt for their League One clash with Shrewsbury Town.

The aim of Safer Gambling Week is to kickstart a national conversation between staff, customers and their friends and family, about safer gambling, as well as highlight the range of tools that are available to help people stay in control of their betting.

Each month around 22.5m adults in Britain enjoy a bet, whether it’s buying a lottery ticket, having a game of bingo, visiting a casino, playing online or having a wager on football, horseracing and other sports.

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BetMGM UK partners with Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.

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June 26, 2024

George Miller

BetMGM UK partners with Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.

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LeoVegas Group is happy to announce a new multi-year partnership with Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C., which will see the leading sports betting brand BetMGM becoming the club’s Official European Betting Partner. The Group has been a partner of the club since the 2023/2024 season, successfully boosting international brand awareness and recognition of the Group’s brands.

The new partnership will see BetMGM feature on Wolves’ double row pitch-side LED advertising system, static branding sites, and media interview backdrops at Molineux Stadium and the Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 seasons.

Russell Jones, GM Marketing & Commercial Growth at Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. said “We’re delighted to announce this partnership with BetMGM UK, and thank them for their support as we head into the 24/25 Premier League season.

“Their support is invaluable to the club as we look to expand our portfolio of commercial partners and we look forward to working with the BetMGM team over the next two seasons.

Sam Behar, UK Director BetMGM, said “It’s been almost a year since we started collaborating with Wolves, and we are very excited to continue this successful, awareness-boosting partnership for the next two years. Wolves are one of the most established clubs in the Premier League, and we can’t wait to see them in the first game of the season against Arsenal in August!”

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BETBY RELEASES REPORT ON CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2023/2024 BETTING TRENDS

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June 26, 2024

George Miller

BETBY RELEASES REPORT ON CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 2023/2024 BETTING TRENDS

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BETBY, a leading provider of B2B sportsbook solutions, has unveiled a detailed analysis of betting trends observed during the Champions League 2023/2024 season, focusing extensively on the climactic final match between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund. This report offers valuable insights into the intricate relationship between player behavior and betting activities within one of football’s most prestigious tournaments.

Of particular interest is the scrutiny of the final showdown between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund.

The report covers various key aspects, including:

Segmentation of Overall Betting Volume: Analysis of the total volume of bets placed throughout the Champions League 2023/2024 season.

Types of Bets: Examination of the most popular types of bets placed by viewers and bettors during the tournament.

Evolution of Betting Odds: Insights into how betting odds fluctuated across different stages of the tournament, including pre-match and live betting markets.

Player Performance Impact: Assessment of how individual player performances influenced betting patterns and market dynamics.

Final Match Focus: Detailed exploration of betting behaviors and market shifts during the high-stakes final match between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund.

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Huawei Mobile Services Launches Summer-Exclusive AppGallery and HUAWEI Mobile Cloud Deals

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June 26, 2024

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To ring in the summertime celebrations, HUAWEI Mobile Services is hosting two exclusive campaigns for AppGallery and HUAWEI Mobile Cloud users.

AppGallery, a top 3 app distribution platform worldwide, is offering a promotion for all Android users. Split into two seasons, Season 1 runs from 20 June to 23 July, while Season 2 runs from 24 July to 28 August, with over 100k prizes up for grabs!

What’s more, leading cloud service brand, HUAWEI Mobile Cloud, is treating non-paid active users to an early Cloud Christmas. From 1 July to 4 August, Santa is leaving out gifts for everyone in a sure-win lucky draw – whether you have been naughty or nice.

A Summer of Gifts on AppGallery for Android Users

Celebrate the summer with AppGallery with a choice between downloading a set of apps on AppGallery to collect points and directly exchanging them for gifts; or downloading a set of apps in AppGallery to participate in the lucky draw!

In Season 1, prizes include the Huawei Matebook Series, Huawei smartphones, and Huawei Watch Series. Come Season 2, you have rewards like a Dyson Airwrap, DJI Mini 4K (Drone), and all the latest Huawei products including the Huawei Watch Fit 3.

Wondering how to participate? All Android users simply have to do is download AppGallery and HMS Core, and create an ID. The campaign is open to a whopping 26 countries – more details at the end.

Christmas Comes Early for HUAWEI Mobile Cloud Non-Paid Users

This July, HUAWEI Mobile Cloud is manifesting a very merry Christmas with something in store for every non-paid user who joins in.

In the sure-win lucky draw, everyone walks away a winner – simply purchase any Cloud plan to participate! The incredible Cloud Christmas draw will offer 82 HUAWEI devices and more up for grabs. Santa’s gift list includes the HUAWEI Nova 11 Pro, HUAWEI Matepad 11, HUAWEI Watch GT 4, HUAWEI Watch GT 2 Pro, and UK Paysafecards worth up to 100£.

Finally, a sweet Package Offer is also available, including up to 50% off on a 2TB Monthly Plan, 30% off on a Yearly Plan, a free 200GB Plan for the first month, and much more!

For further information on Season 2 of the Summer Campaign, stay tuned to updates on AppGallery, the official Huawei app store.